Guidewire Breakage During Cavernous Sinus Sampling: A Rare Complication and Its Treatment

Tanriover N., Kucukyuruk B., Tuzgen S., Comunoglu N., Kizilkilic O., Gazioglu N.

WORLD NEUROSURGERY, vol.107, 2017 (SCI-Expanded) identifier identifier identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 107
  • Publication Date: 2017
  • Doi Number: 10.1016/j.wneu.2017.08.102
  • Journal Name: WORLD NEUROSURGERY
  • Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
  • Istanbul University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Venous sampling methods are valuable tools for the diagnosis of pituitary adenomas. However, these interventions also have complications, which may complicate the treatment process.